What is upload speed?

Your broadband connection has two important speeds: download speed and upload speed. Download speed determines how quickly you receive data from the internet, whether you're streaming videos, browsing websites or downloading games. Upload speed determines how quickly you send data online, such as sharing photos, uploading videos or sending large files.

Activities like video calls, working from home and live streaming rely on both download and upload speeds. Having faster uploads can help everything run more smoothly, especially when multiple people are online.

Why this matters?

Many broadband packages offer faster downloads than uploads. But with more of us working from home, video calling and sharing content online, upload speeds matter more than ever.

Balanced Broadband matches your upload speed to your download speed, helping you upload files, share content and stay connected without unnecessary delays.

What’s included with Balanced Broadband?

Balanced Broadband is the ultimate upload speed booster, it’s here to supercharge your upload speeds and make sure they’re just as fast as your download speeds. When you add it to your plan, your upload speeds will be on a whole new level:

With the 150Mb package, your upload speed gets a boost from 30Mb all the way up to 150Mb.
If you choose the 300Mb package, your upload speed will go from 30Mb to 300Mb.
For the 500Mb, say hello to a boost from 50Mb to 500Mb.
And with the 1000Mb package, your upload speed will skyrocket from 100Mb to a whopping 1000Mb!

How to add Balanced Broadband to your plan?

Adding Balanced Broadband to your GoFibre package is simple, whether you're joining us or already a customer.

New to GoFibre? Simply check availability at your address and choose your broadband package. Balanced Broadband is included with selected packages or available as an optional add-on where eligible.

Already a GoFibre customer? Contact our friendly Customer Service team, and we'll help you check your current upload speeds and add Balanced Broadband if needed.

Do I need faster upload speeds?

If you're regularly uploading large files, making video calls, live streaming or sharing content online, faster upload speeds can make a real difference.

Balanced Broadband is ideal for busy households, particularly if you're working from home, creating content or uploading videos to social media. With upload speeds that match your downloads, you can share files faster and enjoy smoother online experiences, even when multiple people are connected.

Already have symmetrical upload speeds with your GoFibre package? You're good to go!

Ready to level up with full fibre and Balanced Broadband?

Switch to our full fibre and add Balanced Broadband today! Start by checking if we’re available in your area.

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Balanced Broadband FAQs

Do I need to change my router or equipment?

No, you don’t need to swap out your router or any equipment! There’s no extra technology required. Just add Balanced Broadband to your full fibre package, and voilà — faster upload speeds, no new gadgets required!

How much faster will my upload speed be?

With Balanced Broadband, your upload speeds will match your download speeds. So if you're on the 150Mb plan, your upload speed will go from 30Mb to 150Mb. On the 300Mb plan, you'll be boosted from 30Mb to 300Mb. With the 500Mb plan, it jumps from 50Mb to 500Mb, and if you’re on the 1000Mb plan, your upload speed will go from 100Mb to a speedy 1000Mb!

Will this affect my download speeds?

No, it won’t affect your download speeds at all! Balanced Broadband only supercharges your upload speeds, leaving your downloads running just as fast as before.

Who can I contact if I have more questions about add-ons?

If you have any more questions about any of our add-ons, don’t hesitate to get in touch! Send us a message anytime, and our friendly team will be happy to help. If you prefer speaking to us directly, you can also reach us by phone at 0800 059 0980, Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm, and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.

Get faster upload speeds with Balanced Broadband